Full load of advantages - the cargo bike in private use

Cargo bikes have long since become a familiar sight in many German city centers. However, even though they are widely known, they are still more of an insider tip when it comes to active private use. Yet cargo bikes offer a whole range of advantages, especially in urban areas. Time to take a closer look at the topic.

According to the Bicycle Monitor 2023, 46 percent of people want to cycle more in the future. As many as 78% of respondents are familiar with cargo bikes. Although only a small proportion of them actively use these bikes so far, 17% can imagine getting one of these cargo bikes. We would like to help with the decision-making process. After all, those who are still undecided when it comes to cargo bikes are often convinced once they realize the numerous advantages of a cargo bike for their private life.

The most obvious advantage of cargo bikes is, of course, their transportation capability. Depending on the capacity and model, they can be used for shopping, picking up parcels, taking the children to nursery, transporting family or friends or transporting tools and materials for small home improvement projects. There are virtually no limits to the possible uses. Bikes like the FINN from VSC.BIKE - with its permissible total weight of 185 kilograms - offer capacity for many everyday transports.

The transport capacity of a cargo bike is combined with maneuverability and flexibility that far exceeds that of cars and vans, especially in inner-city areas. This makes things much easier, saves time and takes a lot of stress out of everyday life: traffic jams can be avoided, maneuvering is more agile and narrower paths can be used; the often time-consuming search for a parking space is no longer necessary. The FINN, for example, is clearly tailored to private use. At 23 kilograms - without the motor - the model is weight-optimized and has a small turning circle suitable for urban use thanks to its special cable steering.

Anyone who regularly rides a cargo bike and does the "thousand little things" of everyday life on a cargo bike also stays physically fitter. The constant exercise in the fresh air strengthens the immune system and health. The nerves are spared and the body becomes more resilient. However, you don't have to be a "competitive athlete" to ride a cargo bike. Models such as the FINN with the Pendix eDrive IN offer an optional electric drive. This provides support according to your own needs and preferences. The e-assistance and features such as the starting aid are particularly useful for heavier loads. If you want to be sportier on the road, simply select a different program or do without the electric push altogether.

In addition to the advantages mentioned above, the purchase and maintenance of a private cargo bike is generally many times cheaper than a car. Running costs for fuel, insurance, parking and maintenance are either completely eliminated or only a fraction of the cost. What's more, a cargo bike naturally produces no emissions and makes no noise. This helps to improve air quality and noise levels in the city; traffic is relieved to a certain extent and your own eco-balance is improved. This means that not only the individual, but also the urban community benefits from privately used cargo bikes.

Would you like to find out more about the advantages of cargo bikes in everyday private life or get to know our FINN model better? Get in touch with us right away.